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Wolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-MecaquartzvsNOMOS Glashütte Zürich

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Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz
WolbrookSkindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz
MSRP $432
Zürich
NOMOS GlashütteZürich
MSRP $4,930
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Wolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT for its handsome vintage aesthetic, authentic retro vibe, and value for money, often highlighting its legible dial, sapphire crystal, and drilled lugs. The worldtimer bezel and comfortable Beads of Rice bracelet also receive positive mentions. However, some owners report issues with hand color matching, lume quality, bezel wobble, and a high-sitting strap. One owner found the 40mm size wore larger than expected, while another was put off by the push-pull crown. The Miyota 8315 movement is considered less desirable than the 9 series by one owner, and the brand's warranty is not honored if the watch is sold or gifted. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT highly for its vintage personality and value, despite some noted build quality concerns.

NOMOS Glashütte Zürich

NOMOS Glashütte Zürich is widely praised for its immaculate dial design and top-notch case finishing, with reviewers highlighting the beautifully finished in-house movement. Owners and reviewers alike commend its dual-timezone complication and satisfying time zone advancement. The 39.9mm or 40mm case offers comfortable wearability with a balanced presence. Some find the small hour markers outside the city ring slightly difficult to read at a glance, and the long lugs can be polarizing. The watch functions as a GMT or travel time piece, displaying two time zones simultaneously rather than 24. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich highly for its stunning dial and excellent movement finishing at its price point.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz40mm
Zürich39.8mm
Power Reserve
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz40h
Zürich43 hoursh
Water Resistance
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz100m
Zürich50m
MSRP
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz$432
Zürich$4,930

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39.8mm
Thickness
13mm
9.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.4mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 5001
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
40h
43 hoursh
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$432
$4,930
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